Temperatures in some counties will be higher than those in the Algarve.

A yellow weather warning for wind, rain, snow and ice is currently in place in Cavan and Monaghan.

Snowfall is expected in some north and western parts of the country.

The State's weather response team's due to meet this afternoon to discuss preparation.

1,700 homes without power in Cavan

Gusts of up to 130 kilometres per hour are expected, along with heavy rain.